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Dierenrijk is located near Eindhoven, a zoo where almost a hundred different animal species reside. Discover Dierenrijk with the help of an adventurous walking route, an exciting treasure hunt or take a look at the various playgrounds. With the memorable slogan, Enjoy together, Dierenrijk truly offers a fun day out for every age. Dierenrijk is open all year round, look on the website for more information and the opening hours! www.dierenrijk.nl

An enchanting day! At a 40 minutes’ drive you will find the best amusement park in the Netherlands. This will be a day full of miracles! The real daredevils can enjoy themselves in Ruigrijk, the rollercoaster area. If you prefer to take it easy, you can admire the themed family attractions. Afterwards, eat pancakes at Polles Keuken and end the day at the Aquanura water show. An unforgettable day for all ages! www.efteling.com

The healthiest way to discover Eindhoven. The route passes through the greenery, the center and the industrial heritage of Eindhoven. The route is about 60 km long, but all loops can be shortened towards the center of Eindhoven. Didn't bring a bike? No worries. We rent bicycles in the reception for only € 13.50 per day. Click the yellow button to be redirected to a website with route directions and translate them to your own language. Have fun! www.fietsenwandeltochten.nl

‘Wandelpark Eckart’ in Eindhoven is a natural park through which the river Dommel flows. You can enjoy a walk through all the greenery when you follow the sign "wandelroute Eckart". If you go really early in the morning, then you even have the chance to see deer! Are you not done walking after this? Then also visit the other parks that Eindhoven has to offer, such as the Philips de Jongh Park, the Henri Dunant Park, the Karpendonkse Plas and, of course, the Stadswandelpark.

Located just behind the station with over 11,000 students from 90 different nationalities. The university's motto is: Mens agitat molem, meaning "the human mind sets the matter in motion". The university was founded on June 15, 1956 by the Dutch government and started with prof.dr. H.B. Dorgelo as Rector Magnificus. An attractive and lively hotspot in the Eindhoven Brainport Region where students, researchers, entrepreneurs and high-tech companies meet and work together.

Looking for a lovely walking spot? Around the watermill from Opwetten you can walk in a beautiful and picturesque landscape. After having walked for sometime, you can enjoy a well deserved coffee with a pastry on the side. At the bar you can ask for the walking route or you can download the app ‘Wandelgids Limburg’ and look for route 1273. Every Sunday between 1PM and 4PM you can watch the miller doing his work on the premises. He loves telling visitors historical facts about the mill.

AbrahamArt offers contemporary art from a wide contemporary collection in the biggest art gallery in the Benelux. It is possible to buy art but and also to borrow art. AbrahamArt advises throughout the whole Benelux and various art can be test placed at home. The choice of art is yours! Definitely worth a visit if you are a true art lover! www.Abrahamart.com

Vershal Het Veem is an indoor fresh market at Strijp-S. A cozy place where you can get delicious quality products and your daily groceries. The market is located in a historic Philips building and offers a collection of passionate and organic entrepreneurs. Each entrepreneur shares his own high-quality products in the food stand. In addition, all stands are decorated in a unique and attractive way. The indoor market is opened from Mon. to Sat. 8AM – 8PM and on Sunday from 12PM – 8PM.